U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Iran launched 100 missiles toward the American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, describing the incident during a White House address. He claimed all 101 missiles were intercepted. The footage released reportedly showed multiple cruise missiles being fired from Iran’s coast toward the sea, where the carrier was deployed in the Arabian Sea under Operation Epic Fury.

Iran, meanwhile, issued a renewed warning that it would target the USS Abraham Lincoln if given the opportunity. The country also announced missile strikes on U.S. military bases in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. These attacks occurred as the Trump administration sent a 15-point peace proposal to Tehran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict.

The developments highlight a sharp escalation in hostilities between Washington and Tehran, with regional security and energy stability increasingly at risk according to the report.

A passenger bus that plunged into the Padma River at Daulatdia in Rajbari has been recovered, with fire service personnel pulling out bodies one after another late Wednesday night. The bus, which had sunk earlier in the evening, was lifted from the river around 11:30 p.m. According to the Fire Service, twelve bodies have been recovered so far, including three men, six women, and three children. Rescue workers also found school bags, shoes, and other belongings floating from the damaged vehicle, while three ambulances were kept ready to assist the operation.

Witnesses and relatives gathered at the riverbank searching for missing family members. One man said his friend’s sister and her husband were on the bus and remain missing. Another person reported that his wife, daughter, and niece survived by swimming ashore, but his young son and nephew are still unaccounted for. A grandfather waited in tears for news of his two grandchildren.

According to the ferry terminal supervisor, the bus carrying about 50 passengers was waiting for a ferry when a small utility ferry named “Hasna Hena” struck the pontoon, causing the bus to lose control and fall into the river.

Member of Parliament for Sunamganj-2, Nasir Uddin Chowdhury, emphasized the need to make Shalla Upazila free from corruption and crime. He called for an end to theft and false cases, urging that ordinary people should not face harassment. He made these remarks on Wednesday while addressing a views-exchange meeting organized by the Shalla Upazila BNP as the chief guest.

During his speech, Chowdhury said that the development of Dirai-Shalla requires eliminating crime and ensuring active participation from all party leaders and workers. He also stated that opportunists from the Awami League would not be allowed to join their party. The meeting, held at the public auditorium at 2 p.m., was presided over by Shalla Upazila BNP convener Md. Sirajul Islam Siraj and conducted by senior joint convener Md. Abdul Awal.

After the meeting, Nasir Uddin Chowdhury attended another event at the office of the Upazila Nirbahi Officer, continuing his engagement with local administrative and political activities.

Iran issued a stern warning to the United States, urging Washington not to describe its defeat as an agreement. The statement came from Ebrahim Zulfaqari, spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, who said that the military power once boasted by the United States has now turned into a strategic failure. He added that if the self-proclaimed global superpower could have escaped this situation, it would have done so already.

The warning followed a claim by former U.S. President Donald Trump on social media platform Truth Social that constructive discussions had taken place between the United States and Iran over the past two days amid the ongoing war. Tehran, however, denied any formal communication with Washington. Zulfaqari further declared that the era of promises is over and that the world now stands divided between truth and falsehood, asserting that those who support freedom will not be misled by propaganda.

The exchange reflects heightened tensions between the two countries, with both sides issuing conflicting statements about diplomatic engagement and the broader conflict.

The Parents’ Unity Forum has called for the cancellation of Saturday weekly holidays in all educational institutions across Bangladesh to address existing learning gaps and ensure timely completion of syllabuses. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the organization’s president, Md. Ziaul Kabir Dulu, said the measure should apply not only to primary but also to secondary levels.

The statement expressed concern over the growing dependence on coaching centers and private tutoring at the secondary level, alleging that many teachers are involved in such activities, forcing students to rely on them. Complaints have also surfaced about harassment or threats of lower grades for those not attending specific teachers’ private sessions. The forum further noted that despite the nationalization of many secondary schools, politically appointed teachers remain in place, continuing syndicate activities that undermine the education system.

The forum highlighted that while ten Saturdays of classes have been introduced at the primary level, no clear directive has been issued for secondary schools. It urged authorities to ensure a transparent, accountable, and student-centered education system.

After a gap of one and a half decades, Bangladesh is bringing back the traditional Independence Day parade on March 26, 2026. The event will take place at the National Parade Ground, featuring displays of the country’s defense capabilities by the army, navy, and air force. President Mohammed Shahabuddin will receive the salute, while Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will attend the ceremony. The parade will begin with the entry of the parade commander on horseback and will include participation from various law enforcement agencies.

The parade will showcase armored, artillery, signals, East Bengal, air defense, services, para commando, naval, and modernized infantry contingents. Paratroopers will descend with the national flag, and the air force will perform aerial demonstrations, concluding with a salute from MiG-29 fighter jets. The Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR) announced that the event will be open to the public, who can enter through gates 2, 3, 4, 10, and 11.

The parade highlights the armed forces’ commitment to safeguarding national sovereignty and marks a major return of a national tradition to public participation.

Additional Inspector General Mosleh Uddin Ahmed has officially taken charge as the new head of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Bangladesh Police. The handover ceremony took place on Wednesday at the CID headquarters, where outgoing chief Additional IGP Md. Shibgat Ullah was given a farewell reception. In his address, Mosleh Uddin pledged to establish CID as an apex investigation unit and emphasized teamwork as the key to maintaining the department’s reputation.

Mosleh Uddin joined the Bangladesh Police through the 15th BCS in 1995 and previously served as Additional IGP at the Police Headquarters’ Logistics and Asset Acquisition branch. He also held key positions in the Dhaka and Chattogram Metropolitan Police and served as Superintendent of Police in several districts, including Kushtia, Bhola, and Sherpur. He has international experience from his service in the UNAMID mission.

The outgoing chief highlighted his tenure’s achievements, including reducing pending cases from about 600 to 50 and initiating projects such as regional forensic labs, a medical center, and a one-stop call center for CID operations.

According to Israel Army Radio, Iran launched four rounds of missile attacks on Israel within a 40-minute period. The strikes were accompanied by multiple explosions heard across the greater Tel Aviv area. The radio confirmed reports of blasts near Tel Aviv and surrounding regions.

The Israel Electric Corporation reported that explosions were also heard near a major power station in Hadera, though no casualties or damage were recorded. Earlier, on the previous Tuesday, missiles were fired toward Tel Aviv, injuring several people. The latest attacks follow escalating tensions between the two countries, with Israel claiming responsibility for killing the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps’ naval chief and Iran asserting it targeted Israel’s nuclear facilities.

The repeated missile exchanges highlight a sharp rise in hostilities between Israel and Iran, raising concerns about further regional instability and potential disruptions to energy supplies already strained by the ongoing conflict.

The Ministry of Education in Bangladesh has issued an urgent directive requiring all educational institutions to ensure cleanliness before reopening after the Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 holidays. The order, signed by Senior Assistant Secretary Muhammad Helal Chowdhury, was announced through a notice from the Secondary and Higher Education Division. An inter-ministerial committee has been formed to oversee the implementation of the directive.

According to the notice, institutions must confirm cleanliness before reopening, strengthen daily monitoring, and conduct weekly cleaning drives involving teachers and students. It also instructs schools and colleges to initiate tree-planting programs, maintain gardens, and promote awareness among students about cleanliness. The ministry emphasized that these activities should continue throughout the year to maintain a healthy and hygienic learning environment.

The directive aims to ensure that educational institutions reopen in a clean and safe condition following the Eid holidays, reinforcing long-term hygiene practices across campuses nationwide.

A Dhaka court has summoned the officer-in-charge of Hatirjheel Police Station following dissatisfaction over police conduct in the closure of a Punjabi shop named 'Nabin Fashion' in the Moghbazar area. The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman issued the order on Wednesday, acting on his own initiative. The court also directed the officer to reopen the shop within 24 hours in the presence of police at the site.

According to the court order, a report published in a national daily’s online edition showed that a group of people, accompanied by police, ordered the closure of the 'Nabin' brand shop at Moghbazar’s Vishal Center Market. Some individuals were seen behaving disorderly while police officers stood by without intervening. The court observed that such inaction could create fear among the public and questioned why it should not be declared unlawful and unprofessional.

The officer-in-charge has been instructed to appear before the court within three days with a written explanation and to submit the names and details of those involved in the incident.

Pakistan has conveyed a United States ceasefire proposal to Iran, according to senior sources in Islamabad cited by Al Jazeera. Reporter Osama Bin Javaid confirmed that Pakistani officials presented a document from the Trump administration to Iranian representatives and are now awaiting a response. Reports also suggest that officials from the United States and Iran may hold a meeting in Islamabad within the next few days.

The development follows repeated claims by US President Donald Trump that discussions with Iran to end ongoing hostilities are underway. However, Iranian authorities have maintained that no such talks have taken place so far. The situation unfolds amid heightened regional tensions, including Israel’s claim of killing an IRGC naval commander and Iran’s assertion of striking an Israeli nuclear facility.

The ongoing conflict has already disrupted energy supplies, severely affecting daily life across Asia, according to the source report.

A passenger bus of Souhardya Paribahan plunged into the Padma River at Daulatdia ferry terminal in Rajbari’s Goalanda upazila on Wednesday evening after losing control. The incident occurred around 5:15 p.m. when a small ferry named ‘Hasna Hena’ hit the pontoon, causing the bus to fall into the river. By 11 p.m., six hours after the accident, the rescue ship Hamza had not yet been able to retrieve the submerged vehicle.

Rajbari Superintendent of Police Mohammad Manjur Morshed said the bus had been located about 50 feet underwater, with ropes attached to one side and efforts underway to secure the other side before lifting it. He noted that bad weather was hampering the operation. Six to seven passengers reportedly swam to safety, while four others were rescued; two of them, all women, died at the hospital, one remains under treatment, and another left after primary care.

According to the terminal supervisor, the bus was traveling from Kumarkhali to Dhaka with about 50 passengers, including women and children. Additional diving units from Faridpur, Aricha, and Dhaka were dispatched to assist the ongoing rescue.

Israel has claimed that more than 15,000 bombs have been dropped on Iran since the start of a joint US-Israel offensive. According to Al Jazeera, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the operation began on February 28 and that Israeli forces have now surpassed the use of 15,000 weapons. Katz said this figure is four times higher than during a 12-day conflict in June of the previous year.

During a joint briefing with Israel’s Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, Katz added that new targets in Iran and Lebanon have been approved for further strikes. The statement underscores the scale and intensity of the ongoing military campaign against Iran.

The report also mentioned that the conflict has contributed to a fuel crisis affecting daily life across Asia, highlighting the broader regional impact of the Iran war.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed deep sorrow, grief, and concern over the tragic bus accident at the Daulatdia ferry terminal in Rajbari. In a statement sent to the media on Wednesday night, the party’s Secretary General, Mia Golam Porwar, conveyed condolences following the incident in which a passenger bus lost control and plunged into the Padma River around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. According to the statement, four bodies have been recovered so far, while at least 45 people remain missing.

Porwar said the accident has deeply shaken the nation and described the anguish of the bereaved families as beyond words. He prayed for the departed souls, extended sympathy to the grieving families, and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. He urged authorities to conduct rescue operations swiftly using modern equipment and called for an impartial, high-level investigation to determine whether negligence or mismanagement contributed to the tragedy.

The Jamaat leader also demanded exemplary punishment for those responsible and adequate compensation and rehabilitation for the affected families, emphasizing the need for accountability to prevent such incidents in the future.

A Dhaka court has ordered the arrest of Bangladesh Chhatra League’s central publicity secretary Tariqul Islam Tarek in a case filed over the shooting of students during an anti-discrimination movement in Mirpur. The order was issued on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, by Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Aminul Islam Junaid following a petition from the investigating officer. Sub-inspector Md Riazul Islam of Kafrul Police Station presented the accused before the court. The prosecution confirmed that the court rejected Tarek’s bail plea and directed that he be sent to jail.

According to the case, during the anti-discrimination student movement in July 2024, Awami League and its affiliated organizations allegedly attacked and opened fire on protesting students in the Mirpur-10 area. Complainant Bashir Uddin was shot in the abdomen while passing near Shah Ali Plaza on July 19 and was later hospitalized at Kurmitola General Hospital. He filed the case at Kafrul Police Station on October 10, 2024.

The investigation officer stated that Tarek had previously been detained in another anti-terrorism case and that his arrest in this case was necessary for proper investigation and justice.